Program Overview

Earth and Environmental Sciences

Program Overview

The StFX Earth and Environmental Sciences Department offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Earth and Environmental Sciences. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the Earth's natural processes, materials, and environment.

About Earth and Environmental Sciences

Earth and Environmental Sciences uses physical, chemical, biological, and mathematical methods to study the Earth's materials, behavior, history, and environment. Students will study fascinating field topics such as the origin of the Rocky Mountains, how human activities alter the movement of water and chemicals, the life and death of dinosaurs, climate change and greenhouse gases, and the origin and evolution of the oceans.

Why study Earth and Environmental Sciences at StFX?

As a StFX Earth and Environmental Sciences student, you will have the opportunity to develop skills in data analysis, laboratory, and computer modeling. The department has a natural laboratory just steps away, where over 620 million years of geological history are exposed for study, and where you can access ecosystems from soaring hardwood forest, to tundra, to rivers and connected wetlands and coastal estuary.

First year at a glance

In your first year, you will be introduced to the composition and early history of the Earth and its atmosphere and oceans. You will study the environment and problems such as soil erosion, water resources, and contamination and climate change, as well as understand the Earth's energy resources and the science behind natural hazards, such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis.

Future opportunities

The majority of Earth and Environmental Sciences majors have successfully moved on to graduate studies and/or Earth science related or teaching careers. The reasons are simple: Canada needs well-prepared thinkers to support its huge resource economy, and to prevent and manage environmental issues.

Career opportunities

• Climatologist
• Consultant
• Ecologist
• Environmental Assessment
• Geologist

Check Your Costs and Requirements

Please note that costs and requirements may vary depending on your country, province, and student type. It is recommended to check the StFX website for the most up-to-date information.